The process that handles mouse gestures is called hidd (Human Interface Device Daemon). Restarting it often fixes scrolling instantly. Open (via Spotlight/Cmd + Space). Select the CPU tab. Search for hidd in the top right bar.
The Apple Magic Mouse is a marvel of minimalist design, but it can be incredibly frustrating when its primary feature—scrolling—suddenly stops working. Whether you are using the original Magic Mouse with AA batteries or the rechargeable Magic Mouse 2, scrolling issues are usually tied to software glitches, sensor debris, or simple setting toggles. magic mouse apple not scrolling
Low power can disable touch gestures to save energy. If your mouse is below 10%, plug it in or swap the batteries. The process that handles mouse gestures is called
A macOS update can occasionally reset your peripheral preferences. Open . Navigate to Mouse . Select the CPU tab
If none of the above troubleshooting steps resolve the issue, it's possible that there's a hardware fault with your Magic Mouse. You may want to consider:
Before diving into complex settings, eliminate the most common "hidden" culprits.